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The Off the Mats Podcast is hosted by Jake Dante, a jiu-jitsu practitioner in Maryland and all-around regular guy. On the show, various topics are discussed ranging from training to dealing with injury and mental health as it relates to martial arts. We also talk about other topics outside of that realm that can go anywhere from comic books to films to pro wrestling and even just general family life.
Off the Mats Podcast #266- Rolling with Resilience feat. Phille Eriksson
Off the Mats Podcast
1 hour 35 minutes 8 seconds
4 months ago
Off the Mats Podcast #266- Rolling with Resilience feat. Phille Eriksson
Well, hello, again. This week on the podcast, I sit down with grappler Phille Eriksson, whose journey on and off the mats is nothing short of inspiring. After facing severe health challenges that led to an ileostomy, Phille refused to let his circumstances define him—or stop him from returning to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
From his first day on the mats to the emotional rollercoaster of surgery and recovery, Phille shares how he is adapting to life with a stoma and how this will effect his game, modifying his gear, and finding strength in the support of his family and team.
Together, we dive deep into the physical and mental toll of living and training with an ostomy, confronting misconceptions and redefining what resilience looks like in the grappling community. Phille opens up about the importance of representation, the role BJJ plays in healing, and how he is working his way back—not just as a grappler, but as a symbol of what’s possible.
Whether you’re a fellow practitioner, someone facing health battles, or simply a fan of stories that challenge limits, this episode is a testament to the power of grit, adaptation, and community.
To keep up with Phille, you can follow him on Instagram at @gymnecessity
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The Off the Mats Podcast is hosted by Jake Dante, a jiu-jitsu practitioner in Maryland and all-around regular guy. On the show, various topics are discussed ranging from training to dealing with injury and mental health as it relates to martial arts. We also talk about other topics outside of that realm that can go anywhere from comic books to films to pro wrestling and even just general family life.
